Tender

Framework for The Hire of Highways and Construction Plant Equipment, and Welfare Units

GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL

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Tender

03 Jun 2026 at 15:31

Summary of the contracting process

Gateshead Borough Council is currently in the tender stage for a new procurement opportunity titled "Framework for The Hire of Highways and Construction Plant Equipment, and Welfare Units". This tender is issued to address the hiring needs for varied construction plant equipment and welfare units. The procurement covers works and services, focusing on several Lots that include equipment ranging from excavators to small tools and access equipment. Situated in Gateshead within the UKC2 region, this framework will be active from 24th August 2026 to 23rd August 2028, with the possibility of two additional 12-month extensions. Suppliers interested in bidding should note the open procedure method and that all documentation is accessible online in English. The deadline for tender submissions is 13th July 2026, preceded by an enquiry period that ends on 7th July 2026. The framework's total estimated value is £1.44 million, highlighting significant investment opportunities.

This tender is a valuable opportunity for businesses specialising in construction equipment and machinery hire, particularly those proficient in providing a broad range of plant equipment with efficient compliance to British and European standards. As SMEs are prioritised, smaller enterprises can also benefit, making this a substantial opportunity to secure growth and diversification in the region's construction support services. Additionally, the structured framework allows suppliers to provide competitive bids on equipment pricing, giving businesses the chance to be ranked favourably even without providing full coverage across all lots. The evaluation focuses on pricing and quality, aiding suppliers who pass the quality criteria to secure opportunities through competitive pricing. This framework will be especially suitable for companies keen on establishing or expanding their presence in the Gateshead construction market, promoting long-term engagements through potential contract extensions.

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Notice Title

Framework for The Hire of Highways and Construction Plant Equipment, and Welfare Units

Notice Description

The aim of this procurement is to implement a framework which covers the Council's requirements for the hiring of Highways and Construction Plant Equipment, and Welfare Units The Contract is divided into 8 Lots. Suppliers may choose to submit bids for individual items within any Lot. It is not a requirement to provide pricing for every item within the Lots for which a Supplier is bidding. Detailed below are the categories of plant/equipment included within each Lot. All equipment must comply fully with all British and European regulations and standards at the time of hire.

Lot Information

Operated 180 Excavator (JCB) + Full range of buckets

Operated 180 Excavator (JCB) + Full range of buckets. Details of works to be carried out will be provided at call off.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

Operated Plant (Other) (i.e.. 360 excavators etc.)

Provision of operated plant. Works descriptions will be provided on call off.

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

Non operated Plant

Hire of Non operated Plant throughout Gateshead

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

Operated Tipper trucks

Hire of Operated Tipper trucks throughout Gateshead

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

Small Tools

Hire of Small Tools, generators, lights etc

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

Access Equipment

Hire of Access Equipment

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

Fuel Tanks

Hire of Fuel Tanks

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

Welfare Units

Hire of Welfare Units

Renewal: 2 x 12 month extensions

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-06acca
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/052492-2026
Current Stage
Tender
All Stages
Tender

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
UK4 - Tender Notice
Procurement Type
Framework
Procurement Category
Works
Procurement Method
Open
Procurement Method Details
Open procedure
Tender Suitability
SME
Awardee Scale
Not specified

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

43 - Machinery for mining, quarrying, construction equipment

45 - Construction work


CPV Codes

43300000 - Construction machinery and equipment

43320000 - Construction equipment

43830000 - Power tools

45500000 - Hire of construction and civil engineering machinery and equipment with operator

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
£1,200,000 £1M-£10M
Lots Value
£1,850,000 £1M-£10M
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
Not specified

Notice Dates

Publication Date
3 Jun 2026Yesterday
Submission Deadline
13 Jul 20262 months to go
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
Not specified
Contract Period
23 Aug 2026 - 23 Aug 2028 2-3 years
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Active
Lots Status
Active
Awards Status
Not Specified
Contracts Status
Not Specified

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
GATESHEAD BOROUGH COUNCIL
Contact Name
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Email
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →
Contact Phone
Available with D3 Tenders Premium →

Buyer Location

Locality
GATESHEAD
Postcode
NE8 1HH
Post Town
Newcastle upon Tyne
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLC North East (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLC4 Northumberland, Durham and Tyne & Wear
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLC43 Tyneside
Delivery Location
TLC2 Northumberland, and Tyne and Wear

Local Authority
Gateshead
Electoral Ward
Bridges
Westminster Constituency
Gateshead Central and Whickham

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